Patricia

My family has always been avid gardeners. As a kid (and still true today) August was my favourite food month. The bounty of fresh-from-the-garden produce is abundant and one of the most delicious choices for me has always been sweet, young corn-on-the cob. At its peak ripene...Read More

• Comments ( 0 )

Keywords : corn , corn on the cob , salsa , tex-mex

On a chilly day, the thought of warming up to a steamy bowl of soup paired with fresh from the oven bread is a comforting one. From favourites like clam chowder or French onion, to creamy squash or a classic chicken noodle, hot soup has long been a meal staple in Canadian ho...Read More

• Comments ( 0 )

Keywords : borscht , cold soup , dessert soup , gazpacho , Vichyssoise

Already a few weeks of summer have passed. Heat and summer go hand in hand, and so does the need to stay well hydrated. Quenching thirst is as essential as breathing. And, when the thermometer rises to around 30 degrees Celsius, the need for water increases. Knowing how to...Read More

• Comments ( 0 )

Keywords : drinking , heat , hydration , quenching your thirst , water

True story. As I write this blog, I’m sitting outside on a visit to the sunny province of Saskatchewan. It’s 30 degrees out but the breeze, a patio umbrella and sparkling lemon water make it perfect. The barbecue is sizzling in the background and the scent of grilled mea...Read More

• Comments ( 0 )

Keywords : barbecue season BBQ grilling , hamburgers , healthy grilling

Who needs candy with the abundance of brightly coloured fresh berries available at this time of year? These delicious bright red, deep purple, and candy pink berries aren’t just yummy and sweet, they offer amazing nutritional value. Raspberries, blueberries, strawberrie...Read More

• Comments ( 0 )

Keywords : antioxydants , berries , blueberries , raspberries , strawberries

When the temperature rises, we often feel thirstier than normal. The urge to refresh and quench our thirst is strong. An iced cold pop or frozen coffee drink can look pretty tempting. But what could be better than a beverage that revitalizes and has the benefit of being g...Read More

• Comments ( 0 )

Keywords : beverages , fruits , refreshing beverages , smoothies , summer

With the nice weather kicking into high gear, the desire to lose a few pounds to fit into that bathing suit might be top of mind. The word “diet” is a common part of many people's vocabulary at this time of year. More than 50% of women are trying to lose weight, while 25...Read More

• Comments ( 0 )

Keywords : bathing suit season , dieting , losing a few pounds , losing weight , summer

There’s always a sense of renewal and excitement at this time of year as the days get brighter and longer. In just a matter of months we’ll be enjoying the summer bounty of fresh local produce. Already, even though not quite summertime, if you look around your local mark...Read More

• Comments ( 0 )

Keywords : arugula , bok choy , colourful produce , fiddleheads , fruits and vegetables , keeping all the nutrients in your vegetables , leeks , new vegetables , radicchio

Spring is here and finally those long, dark days of winter are over! I’m so happy to see the sun shining again… It’s definitely great for the body and spirit! The winter months can seem long for a lot of people. The lack of sunshine is a major factor, not to mention...Read More

• Comments ( 0 )

Keywords : bones , calcium , lack of sunshine , sources of vitamin D , vitamin D , winter

Hello! This weekend, we did a special show on diabetes. We featured three easy-to-make recipes that are perfect for people living with diabetes, and our guest Olympic rower Chris Jarvis told us how he’s managing diabetes while competing against the world’s top athletes....Read More

• Comments ( 1 )

Keywords : Diabetes , eating well , eating well and staying active , recipes for people living with diabetes